Description

Also known as “La Rosa Enflorese,” this is one of the best-known and widely performed Sephardic songs. Its exact origin is unknown, but most likely it comes from one of the Sephardic communities in the Balkans. Like the vast majority of songs in the traditional Sephardic repertoire, this song is probably not of ancient origin (as some like to think); most likely it was composed in the 19th or early 20th century. Some listeners may recall a song called “The Swallow,” by Richard Fariña, which was written and recorded by his wife Mimi in duet with her sister, Joan Baez, in 1964. The melody to Fariña’s version is identical to that of “Los Bilbilicos” but his lyrics are original, not a translation from Ladino.

Source: Because of its popularity, this song can be found in many sources, including Isaac Levy’s Chants Judeo Espagnols (see #3 above) and The Nico Castel Ladino Song Book (Cedarhurst, NY: Tara Publications, 1981).

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